vacuum packing for storage and travel
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I initially used this technique to pack my suitcases for a big trip with lots to carry--now it's my standard way to put clothes away and save space. I feel a little guilty because it's lots of fun...TRANSCRIPT
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Space-saving Vacuum Packing for Storage
Putting away winter clothes and bulky items in a way that SAVES 75% OF YOUR SPACE! (AND IT’S FUN…)
By M.E. Chatwin
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Winter coats—down or wool--take a fraction of the space they would with other storage techniques.
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1-2-3 Basics: what you need to get ready: 1. standard vacuum cleaner
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2. Plastic tape prepared ahead, to quickly seal the vacuum packages.
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3. Ideal plastic bags have drawstring
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Ten flannel shirts and wool sweaters become a small package
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Insert the vacuum nozzle in the bag between clothes and turn it on. Avoid nozzle sucking the bag.
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Tape: rapidly twist vacuumed bag to seal; fold back string to tape
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Two heavy wool rugs with twisted opening and taped: ¼ the space!
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Polar vests and wool coats
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Diminished size to ¼…
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Before and after terry bathrobe
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Saves 75% storage space!
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Clothes are all tucked away and there’s room for more…
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THIS REDUCES THE NEED FOR MOTH/MITE PROTECTION—ENJOY YOUR SUMMER!
YOUR SUMMER DAYS WILL BE LESS CLUTTERED WITH WOOL AND BULK PACKED AWAY!
DO THIS WITH EIDERDOWNS, COMFORTERS AND BLANKETS AND ANY PILLOWS YOU DON’T NEED!